The requirements can be found in 6 VAC 20-171-100 of the Regulations. Instructor certifications are issued for 24 months.

Eligibility

1. Individual must first be certified with DCJS as a Private Security Services Instructor.

Training

1. 0-40 hours consisting of one of the following:
   1. Successful completion of a firearm instructor development program, which meets or exceeds standards established by DCJS within 3 years immediately preceding the date of the application.
   2. Successful completion of a firearms instructor development program longer than 3 years prior to the date of application and has provided instruction during the 3 years immediately preceding, or has provided instruction in a related field at an institution of higher learning.
   3. Complete an approved Firearms Instructor Development Entry-Level Course alternative. To enroll in one of the pre-approved courses, contact the school directly. Click here for a list of approved providers.
   4. Once completed, a partial training exemption application must be submitted along with a copy of the certificate of completion and a signed, dated range sheets with scores as outlined below.

Additional requirements for Firearms Instructors:

1. Official documenation that the applicant has succesfully qualified, with a minimum range qualification of 85%, with each of the following:< >a revolvera semi-automatic handguna shotgunview the Official Documentation page.

Required Form

• Initial Instructor Application
• Fingerprint Processing Application
  • The form must be submitted if you have not submitted fingerprints to DCJS within the last twelve (12) months.
  • List of acceptable documents to verify legal presence

Additional Forms

• Partial Training Exemption Form (.pdf, 1 page)
• Criminal History Supplemental Form (.pdf, 1 page)
  • The form must be submitted with the Fingerprint form if you have ever been convicted or found guilty of a felony or misdemeanor (not to include minor traffic violations) in Virginia or any other jurisdiction to include military court martial or currently under protective orders.